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Rugby Collection of 20th century and contemporary British art including prints and paintings by Stanley Spencer, Bridget Riley, L S Lowry and Lucian Freud.Tripontium Collection of Roman artifacts from an important Roman settlement near Rugby.Social History Collection reflecting Rugby's industrial history, impact of war and the changing pattern of family life.

Collection details

Social History, Fine Art, Archaeology

Key artists and exhibits

Tripontium

Rugby Collection

Bridget Riley

Stanley Spencer

Lucian Freud

L S Lowry

Barbara Hepworth

Paula Rego

Paul Nash

Walter Sickert

Prunella Clough

Louis le Brocquy

Leon Kossoff

Humphrey Spender

David Tindle

Carel Weight

Evelyn Williams

Christopher Wood

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Paper-based and downloads

Education Packs for schools

Eduaction packs designed to assist teachers in school trips to Rugby Art Gallery ang Museum. The packs contain activities for the children complete based on exhibits displayed and extra activities performed within the museum. There are currently two packs available: Tripontium (roman) and Ancient Egypt.

How to obtain

Contact Rugby Art Gallery and Museum on 01788 533201 to talk about booking a trip.

Boxes, objects and other kit

Loan Boxes

Rugby Art Gallery and Museum has loan boxes available to schools and organisations for a maximum period of two weeks. There are five different subjects available for loan: Romans, Victorians, World War II, Rugby Through The Ages and William Webb Ellis.
Prices usually £5 but can vary depending on terms of use and can be discussed upon contact with the gallery.

How to obtain

Contact a member of staff at the gallery to request a box and the dates required. This will be confirmed via the telephone

Website

E-mail

Telephone

01788 533201

Fax

01788 533204

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